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Sanlorenzo meets all 2025 guidance targets as growth continues

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Order intake through year increases 16% YoY to reach €943.1m

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Grand Banks Yachts reports strong first half, solid order book

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Singapore-listed yacht builder credits strategic investments for its strengthened position

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Helsinki International Boat Show 2026 - review

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Show highlighted Finland’s shift toward larger luxury boats with a resurgance in sailboat interest

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BlueNav names new Chief Growth Officer

2026-02-16T14:29:00+00:00By

Newly created role to support international expansion and OEM partnerships in electric propulsion segment

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AD Ports Group record record annual revenues up 20% YoY

2026-02-16T14:20:00+00:00By

Group oversees all the emirate’s ports and operates four community port marinas

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Australian partnership formed between insurer and marinas group

2026-02-16T13:49:00+00:00By

Club Marine links with d’Albora Marinas

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New marine sector growth strategy launched for Cornish area of UK

2026-02-16T12:44:00+00:00By

‘Cornwall’s Marine Future’ plan is joint initiative of Cornwall Marine Network and University of Exeter

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Chris-Craft refreshes ‘iconic’ Launch 27 to attract new buyers

2026-02-16T12:30:00+00:00> , By

Refresh of signature sport runabout aims to meet evolving consumer tastes

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KND Naval Design to launch first EvFloat houseboat in March

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With three confirmed orders and several serious inquiries, demand is already building

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French Olympic sailor joins Airmar as EMEA sales manager

2026-02-16T12:30:00+00:00

Thomas Sellier joins the US transducer specialist from Navicom

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Program announced for 2026 Sydney Charter Show

2026-02-16T12:30:00+00:00By

The inaugural two-day event will precede this year’s Australian Superyacht Conference

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Wellcraft 243 redesign debuts in Miami with key upgrades

2026-02-13T16:00:00+00:00

The refreshed model saw strong demand, with several pre-orders before its Miami launch and more on day one

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Boston Whaler unveils ‘next generation design approach’ at Miami show

2026-02-13T14:38:00+00:00By

New Outrage 290, 330 models said to reflect new design imperatives for iconic fibreglass boat brand

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Axopar expands Florida representation with OneWater across 13 locations

2026-02-13T12:31:00+00:00By

Finnish builder strengthens footprint in key US market

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Intrepid lays out all-new product plan in Miami

2026-02-13T12:30:00+00:00> , By

CEO Terry McNew reveals ambitious overhaul, debuting the 35 Panacea and announcing the 37 Valor for Palm Beach

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Solé Advance embarks on major facility transformation

2026-02-13T12:30:00+00:00

The marine engine manufacturer is modernising its Spanish facilities to boost production capacity, improve efficiency, and enhance sustainability

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Nimbus Group appoints interim CFO

2026-02-13T12:30:00+00:00

Christian Johansson brings over 30 years of leadership experience from top Swedish firms

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Sunstream Boat Lifts founder wins Freedman Leadership Award

2026-02-13T12:30:00+00:00By

Ken Hey honoured for outstanding contributions to the marine accessories industry

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Yamarin debuts new Air Deck option in Helsinki

2026-02-13T12:30:00+00:00By

Developed in partnership with Acon, the Air Deck expands bathing platforms across the Yamarin boat range

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People on the Move this Week

2026-02-13T12:29:00+00:00

New appointments at American Honda Motor, Flexiteek, Henri-Lloyd and more

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State of the US boating industry is ‘cautious optimism’

2026-02-12T15:26:00+00:00> , By

NMMA president Frank Hugelmeyer shares key insights during his Miami keynote 

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Bold new boat launches in Miami signal optimism in a down market

2026-02-12T13:46:00+00:00By

Scout Boats, Highfield Boats USA launch 13 boats between them

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Omaya Yachts announces rebrand of Elica Yard

2026-02-12T13:37:00+00:00

Move seen as a natural progression following the success of its debut model last year

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“Flagship industry event” opens in Miami amid many changes

2026-02-12T13:12:00+00:00> , By

The show’s opening ceremony and ribbon-cutting were held on the rooftop of the brand-new US$100m Coastal Convention Center

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African Boating Conference confirmed for Cape Town in October

2026-02-12T12:30:00+00:00By

 Last year’s ABC made history as Africa’s first, uniting diverse boating stakeholders

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Burgess expands US footprint with new Palm Beach office

2026-02-12T12:30:00+00:00By

This marks the company’s second location in Florida and its fifth in the US

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8th Egypt Boat Show highlights local manufacturing and marina development

2026-02-12T12:30:00+00:00By

Last week’s event showcased Egypt’s growing marine industry, featuring over 80 exhibitors and increasing global participation

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French nautical industry blasts new recreational boat tax as unjust, ineffective

2026-02-12T12:30:00+00:00> , By

As of next year the tax will be calculated based on a boat’s engine power measured in kW

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AWC AS acquires 82% of Sleipner Motor – enters into partnership with CEO Ronny Skauen

2026-02-11T17:06:00+00:00

The company will continue to operate independently, preserving its existing management, organisational structure, brand, and strategy

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MasterCraft – acquisition of MPX represents strength on strength

2026-02-11T13:41:00+00:00> , By

MasterCraft’s CEO Brad Nelson and CFO Scott Kent say addition of Chaparral, Robalo brands to bring “enormous” new opportunities for US boat builder

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Four in a row for Miami show?

2026-02-11T12:30:00+00:00By

85th Miami International Boat Show aims to surpass US$1bn in direct economic impact for fourth straight year

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Xylem Q4 revenues up 6%

2026-02-11T12:30:00+00:00> , By

Higher revenues, net incomes prompt growth outlook for Rule, Jabsco and Flojet parent

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Management changes at Northpoint

2026-02-11T12:30:00+00:00By

Northpoint Commercial Finance appoints Gary Childress vice president of sales

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Bodrum Yacht Meet explores challenges of Turkish market

2026-02-11T12:30:00+00:00By

The workshop attracted strong participation and significant interest, particularly from the Bodrum region

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AquaAmp expands into UK with new distributor appointment

2026-02-11T12:30:00+00:00

IMP will manage sales, support, and distribution of US firm’s wireless charging products

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Bahraini builder charts global expansion with European debut

2026-02-11T12:30:00+00:00> , By

IBI speaks with H Al Dhaen’s CEO about new models, market expansion, and backing from Bahrain’s Sovereign Wealth Fund

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Kongsberg Maritime to become standalone business following shareholder agreement

2026-02-11T12:30:00+00:00By

The independent company will be listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange from April 23

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Henri-Lloyd appoints chief marketing officer

2026-02-10T14:41:00+00:00

Tom McMullen brings over 10 years of expertise in brand, marketing, and commercial leadership in premium and performance apparel

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RAD Propulsion partners with Charged Marine to drive North American expansion

2026-02-10T14:19:00+00:00By

The move follows the UK-based specialist’s recent office opening in South Carolina

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Rio Boat Show 2026 reschedules dates to launch Brazil’s boating season

2026-02-10T14:09:00+00:00By

Latin America’s largest outdoor boat show will take place from April 11-19

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Sunreef appoints dealer for Western Balkans and Adriatic

2026-02-10T12:30:00+00:00By

Appointment strengthens Polish builder’s sales and aftersales coverage in the region

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Vitters Shipyard issues Project Zero update

2026-02-10T12:30:00+00:00By

Construction of the 72m ketch is in its final stages; load-out planned for spring

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Black Sea yachting season faces delay over oil contamination

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Pollution along Russia’s Black Sea coast stems from a tanker accident in the Kerch Strait in December 2024

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Antal acquires French marine distributor, creates new Antal Group

2026-02-10T12:30:00+00:00By

Deck hardware manufacturer boosts presence in France, enhancing support and product offerings for yacht builders

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Beneteau reports H2 2025 sales turnaround, confirms growth for 2026

2026-02-09T17:33:00+00:00

Full-year revenues reached €849m, reflecting a marked improvement in sales trends

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Brunswick named to Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women 2026

2026-02-09T15:37:00+00:00

The ranking is based on over one million reviews from female employees nationwide

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Bespline, Curve Works acquire Danish mould systems specialist

2026-02-09T15:28:00+00:00

The acquisition follows Adapa’s bankruptcy filing in July 2025

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Linssen Yachts reports “exceptionally successful” boot Düsseldorf

2026-02-09T15:06:00+00:00By

The Dutch yard sold six yachts, including four new and two pre-owned

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Dutch builder appoints US sales partner for the Americas

2026-02-09T14:58:00+00:00By

Agreement expands Steeler Yachts’ reach across North America, Central America and the Caribbean

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OneWater Marine sells off Ocean Bio-Chem business

2026-02-09T12:32:00+00:00By

$50m divestiture of cleaning product venture part of long-term refocus on core operations